Disciples of Brian Cody spreading the word
Michael Fennelly's appointment as Offaly manager a bold move
So much for technology as old-fashioned guts and glory win out
TV View: After all the talk of hurling modernity, it’s looking like an old-school final
A huge hunger and honest effort have Tipperary supporters excited again
Tipp getting their house in order has been put down to a special management blend
Shortlists announced for the Bord Gáis Energy Irish Book Awards 2017
Among the nominees are Ryan Tubridy, Cecelia Ahern, John Banville, Molly McCloskey, Emer McLysaght and Sarah Breen
Brian Hurley: ‘It’s been torture, I just want to be kicking a ball’
Cork forward feels he can be in contention for upcoming Division Two clash with Meath
Kilkenny: where the irreplaceable are replaced with little fuss
When people say ‘this Kilkenny team’ they are talking about the force Cody sends out
Galway forward Jason Flynn has his eye on the prize
The player knows the history but thinks this team is special enough to beat Kilkenny
John Allen: Build-up can divert attention from main event
When there is so much going on off the field it can be very difficult for players to stay focused
John Allen: Waterford unlikely to pass huge Kilkenny test
Déise will bring workrate and honesty but I can’t see Cody’s champions beaten
Cillian Buckley following in the footsteps of Kilkenny legends
Defender claiming the mantle left by the likes of JJ Delaney, Tommy Walsh and Brian Hogan
Trading places novel but home is where the heart is for Jackie Tyrrell
‘The Toughest Trade’ exploited the true point about Gaelic games. The county dressingroom is just a temporary home. In the end players end up back at their club
Paul Murphy and Kilkenny remain determined to bounce back
Despite successive defeats champions still believe they can retain their league crown
Joe Canning returns as Galway hold on to beat Kilkenny in Salthill
Shoot-out between Jason Flynn and Richie Hogan goes to home side
JJ Delaney has gone but power of ‘the panel’ endures in Kilkenny
Absence of legendary defender will be felt at Nowlan Park as the next generation rises
Kilkenny Power their way to another memorable triumph
Brothers Richie and John grab the crucial goals but heroic defensive effort lays groundwork
Individual reputations count for little as fearless Cody shuffles the pack again
Manager has moved to strenghthen his half-back line to help counter Tipperary’s attacking threat
Endeavour and attitude the key to Kilkenny performance
Brian Cody thrilled as tireless defensive display sees his side through to All-Ireland hurling final
Impressive show of masculinity from intercounty hurlers leading by example
These players are skilled exponents in the finer points of a code bordering on an art form
Kilkenny victory reveals strength in depth
Squad rotation fails to derail title-chasing side but focus now turns to championship
‘It was a huge test . . . a test you love to get for players’
Brian Cody proud of his charges as Kilkenny shade an enthralling final against great rivals Tipperary
Joe Canning named as replacement for Galway’s clash with Kilkenny
Captain again set to make impact off bench in league semi-final
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